Tapering of xylem conduits and hydraulic limitations in sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) trees

Vertical conduit tapering is proposed as an effective mechanism to almost eliminate the increase in hydraulic resistance with increased height. Despite this potential role, very little is known about its changes during ontogeny. Here, conduit tapering and stem morphology of young/small and old/tall...

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Veröffentlicht in:The New phytologist. - 1979. - 177(2008), 3 vom: 08., Seite 653-664
1. Verfasser: Petit, Giai (VerfasserIn)
Weitere Verfasser: Anfodillo, Tommaso, Mencuccini, Maurizio
Format: Online-Aufsatz
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: 2008
Zugriff auf das übergeordnete Werk:The New phytologist
Schlagworte:Journal Article Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Water 059QF0KO0R